Amy Custalow Wendling, IP Attorney in Redwood City, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Real Estate
Redwood City, CA
Practicing ip in Redwood City since 1994.
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Amy Custalow Wendling is an attorney based in Redwood City, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Amy has over 32 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Redwood City, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
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- IP · Real Estate
- Handles IP and Real Estate matters from Redwood City, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Amy Custalow Wendling: Amy Custalow Wendling is an attorney based in Redwood City, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Amy has over 32 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Amy takes on
Amy concentrates on ip and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Amy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Redwood City, California
Amy takes ip matters in Redwood City, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Redwood City, California
Amy takes real estate matters in Redwood City, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Amy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Amy Custalow Wendling — ip lawyer in Redwood City
Amy Custalow Wendling is an attorney based in Redwood City, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Real Estate. Amy has over 32 years of legal experience.
Amy Custalow Wendling is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, intellectual property. Amy received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Amy practices in Redwood City, CA.
How Amy handles ip matters
Amy Custalow Wendling is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, intellectual property. Amy received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years. Amy practices in Redwood City, CA.
Who Amy represents
Amy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and real estate matters in Redwood City and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Stanford University
J.D. · 1994
Duke University
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Amy's state bar admissions
California
1994 · ACTIVE
Amy studied at J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in Duke University.
Law school and academic background
Amy completed J.D. in Stanford University and B.A. in Duke University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Amy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Amy Custalow Wendling's office in Redwood City
Amy's primary office is at 532 Santa Clara Ave, Redwood City, CA, 94061-4128. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Amy Custalow Wendling — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Amy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Amy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Amy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Redwood City, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Amy
Amy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Amy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Amy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Amy Custalow Wendling
How much does it cost to hire Amy for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Amy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Amy offer a free consultation?
Amy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Amy's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Amy's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in California typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Amy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Amy take my case if I'm outside Redwood City?
Amy is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Amy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Amy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Amy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Amy accepting new ip clients right now?
Amy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Redwood City, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Amy handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Redwood City1,540 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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